Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Pear, honey, and Thyme
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 20 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Oven
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil + more for brushing
- 16 oz whole milk ricotta
- 1 bosco pear, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Honey for drizzling
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper and set aside.
- Slice the baguette into ¼” slices cut on the bias. Add the baguette slices to the prepared sheet tray and brush lightly with olive oil. Toast the baguette until lightly golden in color, about 8-10 minutes.
- In the meantime, add the ricotta to a blender with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt. Pulse until fully blended and creamy.
- Once cool enough to handle, top each toast with a swipe of whipped ricotta followed by a pear slice, drizzle of honey and garnished with fresh thyme. Transfer to a large platter and serve!
